How PEG Helps the Hobbyist who Works with Wood,

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Abstract:

Polyethyklene glycol-1000 PEG is introduced to the hobbyist as an agent to dimensionally stabilize wood. Directions are given for mixing PEG solutions, preparing treating vats, and drying and gluing treated wood. Directions are also given for producing decorator clocks, bowls and other turnings, green wood carvings, statuary, and rifle stocks with maximum dimensional stability. How tos for protecting imported wood carvings and for preserving archaelogical specimens are also included. Author

Author(s):
Mitchell, H. L.
Author Organization(s):
FOREST PRODUCTS LAB MADISON WIS
Supplementary Note:
Prepared in cooperation with Wisconsin Univ., Madison.
Pagination:
0022

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
(*WOOD, PRESERVATION), (*RECREATION, WOOD), PROTECTIVE TREATMENTS, IMPREGNATION, DRYING, PROTECTION, MOISTURE, STABILIZATION
Field(s)/Group(s):
Wood, Paper and Related Forestry Products
Keyword(s):
WOODWORKING, *PLASTIC WOOD COMPOSITES, *POLYOXYETHYLENE, HOBBIES
Report Date:
1971 Jan 01